Republicans Nominate Simon in Portland Mayoral Primary
Joseph Simon led the Republican mayoral ticket with a large plurality in the Portland primary, defeating Rushlight and others as Democrats nominated M. G. Manly for mayor. Complete returns split votes west and east with Simon carrying the mayoral race and several assembly candidates advancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Joseph Simon
Assembly
W. W. Banks
2. C. Mears
The
Oregonian
Simon
A. G. Rushlight
Bailey
McDonell
Roahlight
Tushlight
Democrats
Thomas C. Deviln
E. C, Mears
G. D. Dunning
Frank E. Watkins
BR. E, Menefee
Menefee
Fred Tensing
Ferdinand B. Reed
Sam L. Woodward
W. M. Killingsworth
Joseph T. Ellis
Weston Offer Is Refused by Regents
In Salem Oregon F A Carter of Ashland and C M Richmond of Weston sought to lease the state normal schools for two years to run private normals. The state board of regents rejected the idea. Colonel E Hofer opposed leasing the property. Executive committee members were divided with some favoring and others opposing. The board insists the legislature opposed normal schools and will not permit any private normal to operate in Oregon two years hence despite potential demand for funds.
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Salem
Ore
F. A. Carter
Ashland
C. M. Richmond
Weston
State Board of Normal School
E. Hofer
Board of Rowenta
Oregon
St Yves Wins In Big Marathon Race
New York report on the international marathon for a $10,000 purse. Fifteen starters, seven finishers awarded prize money with Henri St Yves of France winning in 2 44 05. Sweden’s John Svanberg took second, Ted Coke third, Dorando Pietri sixth. Crowd near 20 000 watched at the polo grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Henri St. Yves
France
John Svanberg
Sweden
Ted Coke
United States
Dorando Pietri
Italy
Liverpool and London Globe Insurance Off Oregon 1908
Synopsis of the annual statement for the Liverpool and London and Globe Insurance Co of Liverpool England to the Oregon Insurance Commissioner as of December 31 1908. It covers capital, income, expenditures, assets and liabilities including real estate stocks bonds mortgages cash in banks and premiums. It lists business in Oregon for the year with totals for premiums losses written and outstanding risks, signed by IR A Haven and Walter H Raymond with local agents noted.
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Liverpool and London and Globe Insurance Company
Liverpool
England
State of
Oregon
Liverpool & London & Globe Ins
Ira D. Haven
Walter H. Raymond
Hard work does not kill a man say experts
A long study of workers challenges the idea that hard toil kills. Burns in a mail order department pushes for help, endures a crushing rush, and survives by mental tricks and medical advice. The piece argues work itself is natural, strength lies within, and habits like drinking and smoking, not workload, ruin health.
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Martin Arends
Burns
Palmey
Hoiden Alexander
Napoleon
Edison
Roosevelt
Spokesman Review
Wool sales report from Wyoming and Ohio with prices
A dated wool sales report lists numerous Wyoming clips sold to Dewey Gould & Co and Boston buyers with prices per pound, plus assorted sales from Rawlins and other towns to Boston and St. Louis firms. The mixed item includes an 1886 Hall’s Catarrh Cure endorsement and a notary seal for a separate affidavit.
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Rock Springs
Wyoming
Felix Schistler
J. Thompson, I Jr
J. M. Anderson
R. Jack, Jr
Cooper & Brooks
Leckle & Co
W. T. Brinneger
Joe Wing
Dewey Gould & Co
Boston
Mark Harris
St. Louis
W. H. Gottsche
James Tamleson
Gillian
Rawlins
A. Rasmussen & Son
Koshland Bros
Dick Dalley
Craig
Whitman
Farnsworth
Thayer
Seaverson
Marston
Hallowell
Jones & Donald
Eurega Sheep Company
Hecht Liebman Company
Cullen & McPherson
William Daley
Carbon County Sheep & Cattle Company
Thorney Sheep Company
Sundin & Johhson
Blake Sheep Company
James
Faithful Girl at Railroad Station Eatery
A restaurant proprietor urges Miss Blank to keep sandwiches appealing and the girl replies she has dusted the sandwiches every morning for ten days. The exchange, from Harpers Weekly, highlights pride in presentation and neatness.
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Miss Blank
Harpers Weekly
Pastime Theatre Presents Warm Live Picture Run
The Pastime Theatre screens new and live pictures in a warm venue. Patrons can expect current releases and stage shows in a classic local cinema setting.
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Bushlight
Judge Manley
Lane
Quaker Oats Company
West
Gray Bros. Grocery Co
R. Alexander
Willie
ST. Yves
Grosa
NOTH
J. M. Bentley
Pendleton
Hal Thirne
B'Ad
Finniis
Burne
Saia
Ohly
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. W. Gleason
Ee Hall
Pendleton Drug CO. Best Goods—Best Service
Pendleton Cloak & Suit House
Oregon Theatre
Oliver J. Eckhart
By Mark Swan
Mark Swan
Pendleton Drug Co
HOTEL
Philip
Portland, Ore
Fourth
Fifth
Burnside Streets
New Management
East Oregonian
Dj. Glarke
E. Court ST
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